The Lancet’s Breast Cancer Commission, published on April 15, 2024, predicts that by 2040, the global incidence of new cases of breast cancer will be more than 3 million per year, with the greatest rise of breast cancer deaths globally in low-income and middle-income countries. Currently, there are 2.3M women globally diagnosed with the disease. …
Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Incidence in Young Women is Rising and It’s Scary as Hell
While the overall numbers as a percentage remain small (about 9% of all new cases of breast cancer in the United States are found in women younger than 45 years of age) there is a disturbing trend pointing to a rising incidence of breast cancer in young women in their 20s and 30s. New research …
Is a breast cancer diagnosis trauma?
I remember the feeling well. I banged the gong. Radiation, the last leg of active treatment was done. And yet, I was incredibly emotional and at loose ends. The trauma is real. And what you are feeling is valid. It is called a cancer hangover. From the moment my doctor spoke the words “I am …
Gift ideas for someone recently diagnosed with breast cancer
When I was going through my treatment, having comforting items brought warmth to my heart. Each person’s preferences can vary, but here are a few gift ideas of things that I or my friends found helpful. Soft, cozy blankets and socks were my absolute favourite gift ideas – they were comforting, especially during treatment, and …
Understanding Your Breast Cancer Risk and the Gail Model for Risk Assessment
I believe that when it comes to breast cancer and knowing your risks, knowledge truly is power. Let’s talk about the GAIL Model of Risk Assessment and why it matters. Let’s start with a story that made headlines recently. You might have heard about Olivia Munn, the actress and now breast cancer advocate, who bravely …